Whut? Thee Album cover

Whut? Thee Album

Redman · 1992

51 min · 21 tracks · funk

A wild blend of funk-infused beats and irreverent lyrics, showcasing Redman's playful yet gritty East Coast hip-hop style.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Time 4 Sum Aksion Start here — This track exemplifies Redman's signature blend of witty lyricism and infectious beats, making it a standout anthem that captures the album's raw energy.
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    Tonight’s da Night — With its laid-back flow and vivid storytelling, this track showcases Redman's ability to merge humor with a party vibe, encapsulating the album's spirit.
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    How to Roll a Blunt — This humorous tutorial on rolling a blunt highlights Redman's playful approach to lyricism while also resonating with the culture surrounding hip-hop.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album blends humor with hardcore hip-hop, showcasing Redman's unique style and solidifying his place in the genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track, 'Psycho Ward', and maintains a consistent tempo through the first half before introducing slower tracks like 'Hardcore'.
  • Redman's delivery often features rapid-fire verses that incorporate humor and wordplay, creating a playful yet gritty atmosphere.
  • Several tracks include skits or interludes that break up the flow, such as 'Sooper Luver Interview' and 'How to Roll a Blunt', adding a conversational element.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of playful energy
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement
  • raw and irreverent lyrical flow
  • party-ready tracks for group vibes
  • dynamic mix of humor and

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, cohesive albums
  • dislike rapid-fire lyrical styles

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Debut album that established Redman's reputation in East Coast hip-hop.
Themes
East Coast party culture· funk-infused beats· playful lyricism
Career context
Released in 1992, Whut? Thee Album marked Redman's debut album, establishing him as a key figure in the East Coast hip-hop scene. Following his appearance on EPMD's Business Never Personal, this album solidified his unique voice and style within the genre.

Tracklist

  • 1 Psycho Ward 1:28
  • 2 Time 4 Sum Aksion Start here 3:24
  • 3 Da Funk 2:18
  • 4 News Break 0:37
  • 5 So Ruff 3:46
  • 6 Rated “R” 3:21
  • 7 Watch Yo Nuggets 3:49
  • 8 Psycho Dub 0:28
  • 9 Jam 4 U 3:05
  • 10 Blow Your Mind 3:56
  • 11 Hardcore 1:58
  • 12 Funky Uncles 1:06
  • 13 Redman Meets Reggie Noble 2:31
  • 14 Tonight’s da Night 3:21
  • 15 Blow Your Mind (remix) 3:17
  • 16 I’m a Bad 2:52
  • 17 Sessed One Night 0:48
  • 18 How to Roll a Blunt 3:22
  • 19 Sooper Luver Interview 0:52
  • 20 A Day of Sooperman Lover 3:50
  • 21 Encore 1:21

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